Data Center Training Senior Director (Nashville, TN)

Job Description

The Training Senior Director is responsible for strategically leading the development and implementation of training programs to enable mechanical and electrical technicians to operate, maintain, and modernize data centers, leveraging their expertise in mechanical and electrical systems. The role involves designing scalable training materials, including SOPs, e-learning modules, and hands-on workshops, focused on electrical, mechanical, controls, and programmatic knowledge. The Senior Director will collaborate with senior leadership and SMEs to align training with organizational goals, integrate new technologies, and incorporate third-party training like NFPA 70E and thermography, while staying updated on industry trends to ensure relevance.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Strategically design, oversee, and implement comprehensive training programs to enable mechanical and electrical technicians to operate, maintain, and modernize data centers by leveraging expertise in mechanical and electrical systems.

• Collaborate with senior leadership and operational stakeholders to align training initiatives with organizational goals, identifying skill gaps, and developing strategic solutions to transition technicians into data center operator roles.

• Lead the creation and governance of scalable training materials, including SOPs, e-learning modules, and hands-on workshops, to build advanced competencies in electrical, mechanical, controls, and programmatic knowledge essential for data center operations.

• Proactively monitor industry trends and advancements in data center operations to ensure training programs remain innovative, relevant, and aligned with best practices.

• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) and technology leaders to identify and integrate emerging technologies into the training curriculum and data center workspace.

• Oversee the incorporation of specialized third-party training, such as NFPA 70E and thermography, into the curriculum to enhance technical expertise and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Direct the administration of tabletop and walkthrough drills to reinforce training objectives, simulate complex operational scenarios, and enhance campus-wide preparedness for data center operations.

• Lead audits of training retention to evaluate program effectiveness, ensuring sustained knowledge application and operational excellence across data center staff.

• Analyze Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, using insights to drive the development of a strategic annual training plan that supports long-term campus modernization.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in training management, program development, or operational excellence, with at least 5 years in a leadership or Senior Director-level role.

• 7+ years in a critical facility or data center environment, with deep knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.

• Proven track record of designing, scaling, and leading enterprise-wide training programs that drive measurable outcomes.

• Advanced analytical skills to assess organizational training needs, evaluate program impact, and leverage data for strategic decision-making.

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to influence cross-functional stakeholders, foster collaboration, and drive cultural change.

• Extensive experience in developing SOPs, training content, and compliance programs at scale.

• Familiarity with industry standards such as NFPA 70E, thermography, and data center modernization practices is highly desirable.

This position is onsite in Nashville, TN

Disclaimer:

Certain U.S. based or U.S. customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization/occupational health mandates, and/or drug testing requirements.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $169,800 to $355,400 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

2. Short term disability and long term disability

3. Life insurance and AD&D

4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

9. 11 paid holidays

10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

11. Paid parental leave

12. Adoption assistance

13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan

14. Financial planning and group legal

15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - M5

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